Aaliyah: The Struggle Apparel Clothing

Hey guys! I know it's been a minute since I last posted, but just to let you know that everything is all good with me. Looking back at my last posts, I wanted to conclude the fashion posts with one more, who go by the name The Struggle Apparel. Since this is an Aaliyah blog, I post everything Aaliyah related, so whilst browsing through their clothing range, I happen to come across this dope Aaliyah crewneck top, so it was only right that I shared this with you all :o) They do a lot of customised hoodies and crewnecks, so if you feel you're in the need of something unique, stylish and different than look no further! And yes, they ship internationally too! ;) They also offer a return/exchange policy which I think is really good, since not a lot of sites give you that option. Seeing as how all sizes vary internationally, it can sometimes be difficult to know which size is best suited, so props for that! For more information, you can find these guys via http://www.TheStruggleApparel.com/ on twitter @lesbianwitSWAGG and Instagram TheStruggleApparel.

Aaliyah: ThugAve Clothing

For those who have the thug/thugette in them, here's a clothing line which will appeal to you! Again, they pay homage to many great people who influenced us musically. But what is more important is that they ship internationally too! Wooo! So look no further and check them out here via http://thugave.storenvy.com/.

Aaliyah: Kidd Chief Clothing

Here are some more Aaliyah related clothing for those who are after something different and unique to add to their collection. I stumbled across these guys recently, but they are definitely worth checking out! You can find them via http://kiddchief.bigcartel.com/. Again, these guys also pay homage to the late greats that had gone on way too soon. And of course, they also ship internationally, so everyone is a winner! :o)

Aaliyah: The INFLUENTI/\L

Again, here is another clothing outlet owned by AaliyahAlways called The INFLUENTI/\L paying homage to other artists too, including Tupac, Biggie, Left Eye and Bob Marley. To check out more of these fresh, dope designs please visit http://theinfluential.storenvy.com/ for more information. Below are a few designs I happen to like! Enjoy! :o)

Aaliyah Always: Fashion Merchandise

So my next few posts will be related to fashion, and how we can use the fashion industry as a way of showing remembrance and honor of people who impacted our lives gratefully. The first one I'll be talking about is someone who is very well known within the dedicated, true Aaliyah fan community. AaliyahAlways has been around for quite some time now, and probably one of my main reliable sources when it comes to anything Aaliyah related. I can honestly say that one of my biggest inspirations came from this blog alone, as I too wanted to showcase my love and remembrance but in a different way. As you all know, our beloved Babygirl was highly into her fashion, and even spoke about owning her own fashion label. Unfortunately, she didn't have the chance for that to become a reality until now, and it's all thanks to all these dedicated Aaliyah fans, who continue to grow and keep her memory alive. 

Now that's not all! What I admire most about AaliyahAlways is how they are giving back to charity through this clothing branch. What makes it even better is that you can too! How you ask? Well...any commission made of these purchased merchandises are donated directly to the Aaliyah Memorial Fund which you can find on the official Aaliyah website. The memorial fund has helped a lot of good causes and in detail this is what it says for those who are unaware...

"In her precious 22 years, Aaliyah achieved more than many do in several lifetimes...An illuminating factor was her conviction to touch and help others. The Aaliyah Memorial Fund was created as a vehicle whereby her fans, friends, and family can contribute to and support causes that Aaliyah found important. The Aaliyah Memorial Fund was started in 2001. For Aaliyah and her comrades that left us August 25th, 2001, there is much we can do as a benevolent community to keep Aaliyah's dream & legacy alive. With your contribution, research and hope for cures will go with your help in Aaliyah's name. The beneficiaries have included since 2001 the Alzheimer's Association of Los Angeles, the Jonsson Cancer Center Foundation, the National Alzheimer's Association, the Step Up Women's Network, the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, the Detroit School of the Arts, the Harlem Breast Cancer Center, the Revlon Breast Cancer Walk NYC, the Sacred Heart Parish, and the Jenna Druck Foundation.If donating by check or money order, please make payable to “Aaliyah Memorial Fund” and then please mail to:

Aaliyah Memorial Fund
331 West 57th Street, #281
New York, NY 10019

(Even donating just $1 or $5 is very helpful and very meaningful. Whatever can be offered is greatly appreciated.)With Aaliyah, Keeth, Christopher, Eric, Doug, Gina, Scott, Anthony and Luis In Our Hearts!"

Such a noble deed to do! Anyone who would wish to purchase these merchandises, please visit http://aaliyahalways.themerchgallery.com/ for more information. Below are some of the clothing range which I happen to absolutely love! Particularly the red, white and black colour combinations! Nice choice! ;)